On the cozy bed, a fierce competition for Gwendolyn’s attention erupted between the two little ones.

Zendaya and Benedict both vied for the prime spot next to their beloved mother, even tussling to snuggle up to her.

Benedict, being the more mature and sensible older brother, eventually conceded defeat.

He graciously shifted his little pillow next to Cedrick’s.

After a good half-hour of chaos, the family finally settled down, ready to drift off into dreamland.

Little did they suspect that as soon as the lights went out, a tiny voice belonging to Zendaya pierced the darkness.

“Mommy, my heart is racing like crazy. I just can’t fall asleep,” Zendaya whimpered, her voice carrying a tinge of desperation.

Cedrick, his voice laced with lazy amusement, chimed in. “Zendy, you were sprinting like a cheetah before bedtime. It’s no wonder you’re all wound up.”

Gwendolyn remained silent.

While Zendaya struggled to find sleep, Benedict desperately needed it.

Gwendolyn could see the exhaustion etched on his face. After spending hours in the lab receiving treatments, Benedict deserved a restful night at home.

While she was pondering a solution, Cedrick proposed one. “What if your mommy tells you both a bedtime story?”

Zendaya perked up. “Yes, please!”

Benedict rolled his eyes. “That’s boring.”

Cedrick had a secret agenda. He was hoping that exposing Benedict to more fairy tales and their enchanting lessons might soften his precocious and adult-like demeanor.

He insisted, “Benny, you’ve never experienced your mommy’s storytelling, have you? Consider it a new experience, and it’ll also help soothe Zendy to sleep.”

Benedict grudgingly shifted his position, tucking his arms in. “Whatever. Girls are so troublesome. Even when it comes to bedtime, they want attention before they’re willing to sleep.”

paid no mind to her big brother’s grumbling and lovingly embraced him from

troublesome. Just give Mommy’s stories a chance. They’re really fascinating.

remained stoic, but his expression softened, and a flicker of curiosity danced in his eyes.

Gwendolyn exchanged a look. Cedrick’s gaze seemed to convey a message

fairy tale book from the bedside table. Flipping through the pages, she began her melodious narration

his arm on the bed and casually supporting his head as he absorbed every word

of Harrick Villa, an aura of warmth and harmony enveloped

and tender as Gwendolyn was surrounded by

a beautiful young lady. She reunited with the prince at the grand ball, got married, and had two adorable little babies. They

later, after Gwendolyn finished narrating the story, the main bedroom was

of the bedside lamp, Cedrick and the two

on their peaceful faces, her eyes eventually fixating on Cedrick’s handsome

flick, she switched off the lamp, surrendering herself to the comforting embrace

well aware of the rumors swirling around Zendaya calling Charles “Daddy” at the dinner table and how

this as an opportunity to spread some

words were extremely insulting and went far beyond just causing a little

Cedrick caught wind of the situation, he swiftly contained the news and even asked

Group incurred losses worth

our Cloudington Group, this is like a clear warning to our family. You have no idea who he is in the business world. He’s like a ruthless and decisive

still half-asleep, was utterly confused

How could I possibly offend him when I don’t even know what’s

frustration was building up inside him. He saw Jessamyn’s bewildered expression and couldn’t hold back from

morning, the vice CEO of Jenson Group, Nico Jenson, personally informed me about the collaboration cancellation. He had this cold expression, and I knew he was clearly holding back his anger.

no clue where the problem stemmed from. “Dad, I haven’t even

conversation, helping Ignatius calm down as she questioned their daughter, “Jess,

“Okay.”

face, started to recount the events of the previous day. She had

is nothing more than a low-life. Not only did he spend time in jail, but he’s now also playing around with a mistress, and get this, he even fathered an illegitimate child. He had the audacity to come for a date with me, probably hoping I’d legitimize his illegitimate child and allow her to bear my name as her mother

I lost my cool and lashed out at her a bit. After that, I reached out to some newspapers and reporters to expose Charles’ wild ways. But it looks like I didn’t give enough money, as no juicy Newton Group scandals made headlines from last night until this morning. I guess the plan didn’t

puzzled looks, trying

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